Kibos Sugar and Allied Industries Limited has officially taken over the operations of Chemelil Sugar Company, following the conclusion of a competitive leasing process announced yesterday by Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Sen.Mutahi Kagwe.

Mr. Jassi Chatthe, Director of Kibos Sugar, assumed control of the ailing mill this morning. He met with workers and farmers at the factory to discuss the roadmap for revitalizing the company, which has faced prolonged operational challenges.

The takeover sparked scenes of jubilation among local farmers and factory workers, who expressed optimism about a more stable future, including timely payments and renewed productivity.

Many praised the government’s decision to lease out struggling sugar factories, viewing the move as a step toward reviving the region’s economy.

Agriculture CS Kagwe has assured stakeholders that all outstanding dues to farmers and workers will be settled before the full transition to private management.

The government has committed to allocating funds for salary and arrears payments, with no public land being sold under the lease agreements-all assets remain state-owned and are leased annually at market rate.

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